Lamb,spinach & orzo soup Recipe

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Lamb,spinach & orzo soup

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1	Recipe by: bon appetit 7/92 ?cup orzo 1 pound fresh spinach -- chopped or 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach -- thawed grated parmesan cheese bring water and broth to a boil in dutch oven or large skillet.
2	Add the lamb shanks,chopped vegetables and the bay leaf.
3	Return to a boil,reduce heat and let simmer until lamb is tender about 1 hour and 20 minutes.
4	Transfer lamb to a plate and strain cooking liquid and reserve .
5	Let lamb cool slightly then cut meat off bone and into 1 inch pieces.
6	In same pot or skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat.
7	Add the sliced onion and cook until tender about 6 minutes.
8	Return the lamb and strained broth to the pot.
9	Add the orzo and cook over medium heat until orzo is al dente 15-20 minutes.
10	Add the spinach and cook until wilted and heated through.
11	Season with salt & pepper to taste.(soup can be prepared to this point one day ahead.
12	Cover & refrgerate.
13	Bring to a siimer before serving.
14	Ladle soup into bowls and serve with grated parmesan cheese